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CHERRY ORCHARD FC SUMMARY CODES OF PRACTICE FOR CHILDREN, PARENTS AND COACHES
Detailed code for Coaches
CODE OF ETHICS FOR CHILDREN (Condensed Version)
Cherry Orchard FC is committed to ensuring that all steps are taken to protect our children,
who in turn should therefore do the following :-
1 Play for enjoyment, not just to please your parents or coach
2 Play by the Laws of the Game
3 Always accept the referee's decision
4 Play with control. Do not lose your temper
5 Play for yourself and your team - your team's performance will benefit and so will your own
6 Be a "good sport". Applaud all good play whether by your team or the opponent
7 Respect your opponent. Treat all players, as you would like to be treated. Do not "bully" or take advantage of any player
8 Co-operate with the coach, team-mates and opponents
9 Remember that the goals of the game are to have fun, improve your skills, and feel good
10 At the final whistle applaud and thank your opponents and the referee for the match
11 Always remember that you owe a duty of care to your opponents. Tackle hard but fairly; do not intend to hurt your opponent
12 Win with humility - lose with dignity
13 You must not bring the club into disrepute by your actions/conduct on or off the playing field
CHERRY ORCHARD FC CODE OF ETHICS FOR PARENTS
1 Encourage your child always to play by the Laws of the Game
2 Remember, young people are involved in Soccer for their enjoyment, not yours
3 Teach young children that honest endeavour is as important as winning
4 Help young people to work towards skill improvement and good sportsmanship
5 Set a good example by applauding good play on both sides
6 Never ridicule, humiliate or shout at young players for making a mistake or losing a match
7 Do not place emphasis on winning at all costs
8 Do not force an unwilling child to participate in the playing of soccer
9 As a spectator, do not use profane language or harass referees, coaches, or players
